A locksmith for Bay Ridge doors and keys

An older door deserves a closer look

The row houses of Doctors' Row, on Bay Ridge Parkway between Fourth and Fifth avenues, are one example of the neighborhood's older entrances. If you want to retain an existing handle or finish, mention that early.

What can stay depends on condition, fit and available parts. It helps to separate an appearance you want to keep from a lock mechanism that needs attention.

Does it catch only after the door closes?

That is a useful detail. A bolt may move freely until it meets the opening in the frame. Leaning on the door each time can hide a problem with its fit.

Explain whether the fault developed gradually or followed a change to the door. Rekeying changes access; it doesn't correct every reason a lock feels stiff.

A separate plan for a shop or office

For business premises, include the people who open, close and use any rear entrance. If a key is missing, decide which locks it operated before requesting work.

For a rented space, establish who manages the building entrance. A change to your office lock may be yours to arrange, while a common door needs someone else's approval.

Car keys, wherever the car is parked

Car lockouts, spares and replacement keys are also part of our service. Give the year, make and model, and explain whether another key still works. A lost-key job and adding a spare can involve different work.